Ford Explorer can be made quicker — but there is a catch with towing
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Ford Racing Parts has rolled out a new calibration kit for the 2025 Ford Explorer. The tune is designed exclusively for versions powered by the twin-turbo 3.0-litre V6 EcoBoost — the Explorer ST, Platinum and King Ranch. The kit is not compatible with cars running the 2.3-litre EcoBoost I4.
In stock form the V6 puts out 400 hp and 563 Nm. With the calibration installed, output climbs to 445 hp at 5,700 rpm and 698 Nm at 3,000 rpm. Ford also promises sharper throttle response and an optimised transmission shift schedule.
There is one important condition: premium-grade fuel is required to deliver these numbers. The kit, part number M-9603-EX30A, ships with the ProCal4 tool. The calibration is VIN-locked, so once installed it cannot be transferred to another Explorer, even one with the same engine.
The upgrade does come with limits. Ford does not recommend towing with a calibrated vehicle, and once the kit is fitted the SUV no longer meets California emissions standards. When installed by a Ford dealer or an ASE-certified technician, the calibration carries a 3-year or 58,000-km warranty. The kit is priced at 850 dollars.
This English edition was prepared using AI translation under editorial oversight by SpeedMe. The original reporting is by Yulia Ivanchik